HYQUEST SOLUTIONS BLSH Handheld Bedload Sampler User Manual

: June 13, 2024
: HYQUEST SOLUTIONS

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BLSH Handheld Bedload Sampler
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
References
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BLSH Handheld Bedload Sampler

Product Information

The HyQuest Solutions BLSH is a precision instrument and data
logger designed for various applications. It is produced in
quality-controlled processes and is ISO 90001 certified. The device
is equipped with inputs and outputs that are protected against
electric discharges and surges (ESD). It comes with a bag support
shaft (BLSH02-01), wading rods (DH48-04), and a sample bag (SB-01)
for easy operation.

Product Usage Instructions

Assembly: To assemble the HyQuest Solutions
BLSH, follow these steps:
Insert the dimple end of the bag support shaft (BLSH02-01) into
the boss on the body (BLSHOl-01).
Screw in the wading rod (DH48-04) to lock the bag support shaft
in position.
Screw in the second wading rod.
Attach the sample bag (SB-01) with the seam uppermost to the
rear of the body, ensuring the elastic band is located in the body
groove.
Connect the hook to the eye in the rear of the sample bag.
Operation: To operate the HyQuest Solutions
BLSH, follow these steps:
Ensure that all components are securely assembled.
Follow the specific instructions for your application to
collect and measure data using the device.
Repair: In case of any errors or issues with
the HyQuest Solutions BLSH, please follow these guidelines:
Report any errors found in the product to HyQuest Solutions for
quick resolution.
Refer to the warranty policy provided by HyQuest Solutions for
repair or replacement options.
Obligations of the Operator and Disposal:
After the BLSH is taken out of service, it must be disposed of in
compliance with local waste and environmental regulations. Do not
dispose of the device in household waste.

Please note that this is a summary of the product information
and usage instructions. For detailed information, refer to the
complete user manual provided by HyQuest Solutions.

BLSH

User Manual

04-2023 01-02-000

Table of Contents

I II III
Part I Part II Part III Part IV Part V Part VI
6.1 6.2
Part VII

Disclaimer

3

Scope of Delivery

4

Safety Instructions

5

Introduction

6

Assembly

7

Operation

8

Repair

9

Technical Data

10

Obligations of the Operator and Disposal

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Obligations of the Operator ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 11

Dismantling / Disposal ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 11

Appendices

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I

Disclaimer

The information provided in this manual was deemed accurate as of the publication date. However, updates to this information may have occurred.
This manual does not include all of the details of design, production, or variation of the equipment nor does it cover every possible situation which may arise during installation, operation or maintenance. HyQuest Solutions shall not be liable for any incidental, indirect, special or consequential damages whatsoever arising out of or related to this documentation and the information contained in it, even if HyQuest Solutions has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Any errors found in any HyQuest Solutions product should be reported to HyQuest Solutions where every effort will be made to quickly resolve the problem.

Copyright Notice: No parts of this work may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the written permission of the publisher. HyQuest Solutions waives copyright for users to print out parts of the documentation in hard copy for their own use only.
Trademark Notice: HyQuest Solutions (HS) and KISTERS products and services referred to in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of HyQuest Solutions or KISTERS AG. Other product names used may or may not be the trademarks of their respective owners.
© 2020 HyQuest Solutions, a KISTERS Group Company. Any rights not expressly granted herein are reserved.

This document is public.

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II Scope of Delivery
§ Sampler § 1 m wading rod (2 sections each 0.5 m), stainless steel (additional 0.5 m sections available on request) § SB-01 sample bags (two supplied) § Canvas carry bag for BLSH

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III Safety Instructions

§ Read the user manual including all operating instructions prior to installing, connecting and powering up the HyQuest Solutions BLSH. The manual provides information on how to operate the product. The manual is intended to be used by qualified personnel, i.e. personnel that have been adequately trained, are sufficiently familiar with installation, mounting, wiring, powering up and operation of the product.
§ Keep the user manual on hand for later reference! § If you encounter problems understanding the information in the manual (or part thereof), please consult the
manufacturer or its appointed reseller for further support. § HyQuest Solutions BLSH is intended to be used in hydrometeorological or environmental monitoring applications. § Before starting to work, you have to check the functioning and integrity of the system.
§ Check for visible defects on the BLSH, this may or may not include any or all of the following mounting facilities, connectors and connections, mechanical parts, internal or external communication devices, power supplies or power supply lines, etc.
§ If defects are found that jeopardize the operational safety, work must be stopped. This is true for defects found before starting to work as well as for defects found while working.
§ Do not use the HyQuest Solutions BLSH in areas where there is a danger of explosion. § The present user manual specifies environmental/climatic operating conditions as well as mechanical and electrical
conditions. Installation, wiring, powering up and operating the HyQuest Solutions BLSH must strictly comply with these specifications. § Perform maintenance only when tools or machinery are not in operation. § If guards are removed to perform maintenance, replace them immediately after servicing. § Never make any electrical or mechanical diagnostics, inspections or repairs under any circumstances. Return the product to the manufacturer’s named repair centre. You can find information on how to return items for repair in the relevant section of the HyQuest Solutions website.

§

Disposal instructions: After taking the HyQuest Solutions BLSH out of service, it must be disposed of in

compliance with local waste and environmental regulations. The HyQuest Solutions BLSH is never to be disposed in

household waste!

§

Inputs and outputs of the device are protected against electric discharges and surges (so-called ESD). Do not

touch any part of the electronic components! If you need to touch any part, please discharge yourself, i.e. by touching

grounded metal parts.

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Introduction
1 Introduction
Thank you for choosing our product. We hope you will enjoy using the device. HyQuest Solutions manufactures, sells, installs and operates quality instrumentation, data loggers and communication technology. Products are designed with passion for environmental monitoring and with a deep understanding of the quality, accuracy and robustness needed to fulfil the requirements of measurement practitioners in the field. The present User Manual will help you understand, install and deploy the device. If, however, you feel that a particular information is missing, incomplete or confusing, please do not hesitate to contact us for further support! HyQuest Solutions’ bed load sampler BLSH is an easy-to-use hand-held sampler for measuring and analysing coarse sand, silt, gravel, rock or other insoluble materials carried by a stream on or immediately above its bed.

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2 Assembly

Assembly

Insert dimple end of bag support shaft (BLSH02-01) into boss on body (BLSHOl-01), screw in wading rod (DH48-04) to lock bag support shaft in position. Screw in 2nd wading rod.
Attach sample bag (SB-01) with seam uppermost, to rear of body, ensuring elastic band is located in body groove. Connect hook to eye in rear of sample bag.

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Operation
3 Operation
§ Locate sampling points at the centroid of equal discharge panels in the stream (by current meter measurement). § Place sampler on the stream bed (being careful not to dig in the nozzle) with nozzle pointing upstream at right angles
to crossing. § Collect a sample over a timed period, ensuring the sample bag is not filled more than 40 %. § Record time and location. § Remove sample bag and wet weigh sample. § Empty and wash out sample bag. § Continue sampling operation.

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Repair
4 Repair
HyQuest Solutions precision instruments and data loggers are produced in quality-controlled processes. All HyQuest Solutions production and assembly sites in Australia, New Zealand and Europe are ISO 90001 certified. All equipment is factory tested and/or factory calibrated before it is shipped to the client. This ensures that HyQuest Solutions products perform to their fullest capacity when delivered.
Despite HyQuest Solutions most rigorous quality assurance (QA), malfunction may occur within or outside of the warranty period. In rare cases, a product may not be delivered in accordance with your order.
In such cases HyQuest Solutions’ return and repair policy applies. For you as a customer, this means the following:
1. Contact HyQuest Solutions using the Repair Request Form made available online: https://cdn.hyquestsolutions.eu/fileadmin/Services/Downloads/HS- RepairRequestForm_EU.pdf In response you will receive a reference number that must be referenced on all further correspondence and on the freight documents accompanying your return shipment.
2. Please provide as much information and/or clear instructions within the return paperwork. This will assist our test engineers with their diagnosis.
3. Please do not ship the goods prior to obtaining the reference number. HyQuest Solutions will not reject any equipment that arrives without reference number; however, it may take us longer to process.
Custom requirements for items sent to HyQuest Solutions for warranty or non- warranty repairs: Check with your national customs/tax authorities for details, processes and paperwork regarding tax exempt return of products. Typically, special custom tariff codes are available (such as HS Code = 9802.00) that verify the item is being returned for repair and has no commercial value. Please note that the customs invoice / dispatch documents should also clearly state: “Goods being returned to manufacturer for repair No Commercial value”. It is mandatory to have any returned goods accompanied by a commercial invoice on headed paper. HyQuest Solutions reserves the right to charge the customer for time spent rectifying incorrect customs documents.
Note: Please ensure that your goods are packed carefully and securely. Damage that occurs during transit is not covered by our warranty and may be chargeable.

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5 Technical Data
Type Orifice Expansion Ratio Body Packed Dimensions

Technical Data
Handheld bed load sampler 76 × 76 mm 3.22 (exit area to entrance area) Epoxy coated cast aluminium § Size: 60 × 30 × 30 cm § Volume: 0.03 m3 § Weight: 3 kg

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Obligations of the Operator and Disposal
6 Obligations of the Operator and Disposal
This chapter contains the following subsections: § Obligations of the Operator 11 § Dismantling / Disposal 11
6.1 Obligations of the Operator

European Union
In the Single European Market it is the responsibility of the operator to ensure that the following legal regulations are observed and complied with: national implementation of the framework directive (89/391/EEC) and the associated individual directives, in particular 2009/104/EC, on minimum safety and health requirements for the use of work equipment by employees at work.

Worldwide

Regulations: If and where required, operating licences must be obtained by the operator. In addition, national or regional environmental protection requirements must be complied with, regardless of local legal provisions regarding the following topics: § Occupational safety § Product disposal Connections: Local regulations for electrical installation and connections must be observed.
6.2 Dismantling / Disposal
When disposing of the units and their accessories, the applicable local regulations regarding environment, disposal and occupational safety must be observed.
Before dismantling § Electrical Devices:
§ Switch off the units. § Disconnect electrical appliances from the power supply, regardless of whether the appliances are connected to the
mains or to another power source. § Mechanical devices:
§ Fix all loose components. Prevent the device from moving independently or unintentionally. § Loosen mechanical fastenings: Please note that appliances can be heavy and that loosening the fastenings may
cause them to become mechanically unstable.

Disposal

Operators of old appliances must recycle them separately from unsorted municipal waste. This applies in particular to electrical waste and old electronic equipment. Electrical waste and electronic equipment must not be disposed of as household waste! Instead, these old appliances must be collected separately and disposed of via the local collection and return systems. Integrated or provided batteries and accumulators must be separated from the appliances and disposed of at the

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Obligations of the Operator and Disposal
designated collection point. At the end of its service life, the lithium-ion battery must be disposed of according to legal provisions.

EU WEEE Directive

As players in the environmental market, KISTERS AG and HyQuest Solutions are committed to supporting efforts to avoid and recycle waste. Please consider:
§ Avoidance before recycling!
§ Recycling before disposal!

This symbol

indicates that the scrapping of the unit must be carried out in accordance with Directive 2012/19/EU.

Please observe the local implementation of the directive and any accompanying or supplementary laws and regulations.

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Contact Data

Europe

| HyQuest Solutions (KISTERS AG)

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Australia

| HyQuest Solutions Pty Ltd

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New Zealand | HyQuest Solutions NZ Ltd

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Latin America | HyQuest Solutions (KISTERS LATAM) | | |

North America | Hydrological Services America LLC |

(KISTERS Group)

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+49 2408 9385 0 [email protected] www.hyquestsolutions.eu
+612 9601 2022 [email protected] www.hyquestsolutions.com.au
+64 7 857 0810 [email protected] www.hyquestsolutions.com.au
+57 350 575 4079 [email protected] www.hyquestsolutions.es
+1 561 459 4876 [email protected] www.hyquestsolutionsamerica.com